Jam Filled is a dynamic workplace for like-minded creative artists. We will remind you why you love cartooning: every project is produced with an eye for quality and an ear for fun!
Our Toronto Studio is looking for a Storyboard Supervisor to collaborate with our team of creative leaders and artists on a brand-new series. The Storyboard Supervisor will work closely with the Director, focusing on storyboards and animatics, and helping to translate the Director’s vision and narrative accurately to the screen.
You’ll get to:
Review storyboard roughs as well as clean boards created by the storyboard team
Assist in the animatic edit with the Director
Oversee a team of storyboard artists and revisionists, and ensure assigned storyboards and revisions are completed in a timely manner
Provide notes for revisionists to review and revise board sequences as per Director and Client feedback
When necessary, insert rough sketches into files to further illustrate required revisions to the revisionist team
Communicate the Director’s vision to the storyboard team in a clear and professional manner
Review and export Storyboard cleans to edit
Review animatic passes with an eye to improving narrative clarity and animation/comedic timing
Contribute to group brainstorming sessions and offer creative and resourceful solutions for storyboard or animatic-related problems
Review Client’s animatic notes and flag any questions for the Director/Client
Generate new panels as needed and revise sequences as per Director feedback
Be aware of production deadlines and liaise with Production and Editorial teams to share progress updates and stay on-schedule
Mentor members of the storyboard and revisions teams to develop skills in timing, humor, and acting
This will be your JAM if you have:
Previous Storyboard Supervising or Assistant Directing experience on a 3D animated preschool series (2D experience is also an asset)
A passion for effective storytelling, composition and timing/pacing
A positive attitude and proven leadership skills managing a creative team effectively
Good understanding of the possibilities and limitations of CG animation
Strong creative problem-solving skills and exceptional organizational skills
High degree of focus, with the ability to juggle multiple episodes and shifting priorities in a fast-paced production schedule
Ability to handle feedback and constructive criticism well
Completed post-secondary education in classical or 3D animation, art fundamentals, or other relevant area of study
Strong drawing skills with the ability to produce visually appealing artwork
Experience with Toon Boom Storyboard Pro and Shotgun is required
Working knowledge of cinematography, composition, film structure, and screen direction
What’s in it for you?
Healthcare and dental
Competitive remuneration
Close proximity to the downtown core and public transportation
Various activities, team-building events and parties
Flexible work hours
Focus on work/life balance
Boat Rocker is committed to hiring and supporting diverse candidates. We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as being part of an under-represented and equity-deserving group. This would include people who identify as racialized, Black, Indigenous, women, LGBTQ2SI+, and having a disability among others. We also recognize the importance of intersectional identities in our hiring and retention.